closet case (Vogue-ish)

Here, the blogger and designer reveals the ten essential wardrobe items that get the heaviest rotation.

1. Dark denim wide-leg trouser jeans 

I hope dark denim never goes out of style.

2. Frye “Heath” boots (pictured above)

My brown boots are very versatile and look great with skirts and boot-cut pants. I have discovered that the Frye website is dangerous and spending any amount of time there stirs up covetous need for all manner of shoes and boots.

3. Oversized black turtleneck from Garnet Hill (pictured above)

This sweater has a marsupial-type pocket and is warm and cozy. When I wear this sweater, I feel like I’m channeling Bananarama. Those gals had a comfortable but hip aesthetic and served as my 1980s style icons.

4. Fuchsia cords

A sharp pop of color makes January bearable. These cords are, however, on their last legs (pun unavoidable). Interviews for a replacement pair commencing.

5. Black cardigan

Simply goes with everything, but in particular, I like to wear it with the swishy Boden skirts that are my summer wardrobe staples (see #9).

6. Art deco necklace

This necklace was an engagement gift from my mother-in-law and had been her engagement gift from her mother-in-law. Thoughtful and beautiful. Crystal beads arranged randomly on a silver chain, ending in a carnelian-colored pendant.

7. Momentum field watch

I have the white-face version and it is a workhorse.The best part is the newly available watchstraps in fashion-forward colors. I have a bunch in different colors (olive, nautical blue, a super-neutral bronzed pink, safety orange cordura). When I swap out band, I feel like I have a new watch.

8. Ariat baby phat boots in all-black leather

I’ve worn completely through one pair of these boots (a sweet cordovan faux alligator toe and heel with a baby blue Western-stitched shaft). These boots are one part cowboy boot, one part Doc Marten—really more urban than country. And, they’re comfortable. 

9. Boden skirts (pictured above)

I collected these skirts for a while and now have one for each day of the week. Super flattering fit. Some have fabric with a fun vintage look. 

10. thin silver hoops (pictured above)

Understated elegance that completes any outfit.